Overview
- The competition spans Bilbao’s Miribilla and Esperantza frontons and Barakaldo, with most finals set for Miribilla and individual puntistas competing in Barakaldo.
- Organizers confirmed a field of about 160 athletes after Bolivia withdrew at the last minute due to visa issues.
- Women’s hand and adaptive pelota make their debut at this event following a request from Basque institutions, with matches scheduled at Esperantza.
- International federation president Xavier Cazaubon framed the event as an alliance with Basque authorities and said its showcase could support the sport’s Olympic ambitions.
- Argentina selected 2024 individual champion Román Maldonado despite opposition from his employer, with the national federation publicly backing his participation.